Andre Lima submitted Namsrai Batbayar with a guillotine choke in the third round, earning his fifth UFC victory to improve to 5-1 in the promotion. Lima controlled the pace throughout, using kicks to win rounds before catching Batbayar and securing the finish from mount late in the third. Batbayar suffers a defeat in his UFC debut.
Andre Lima submitted Namsrai Batbayar with a guillotine choke in the third round at a UFC event on August 29, 2026, capping a methodical performance that showcased the Brazilian's patience and finishing ability.
Lima, known as "Mascote," improved to 11-1-0 overall and now stands 5-1 inside the UFC — a record that cements his place as one of the more consistent performers in his division. The 27-year-old from Brazil trains out of Team Lucas Mineiro and brings a well-rounded game built on volume striking and opportunistic grappling. He lands 3.94 significant strikes per minute at an impressive 56 percent accuracy, and his submission attempts average nearly one per 15 minutes of action — a number that proved meaningful on Saturday night. At five-foot-seven with a 67-inch reach, Lima used kicks to control distance and dictate the tempo across the first two rounds before seizing the finish late in the third, catching Batbayar from mount and locking in the guillotine.
Namsrai Batbayar, nicknamed "Steppe Warrior," suffered his first professional loss in what was his UFC debut, dropping to 8-1-0. The 25-year-old Mongolian, who trains at One Team Fighting Center, entered the promotion as a credible prospect. At five-foot-four with a surprisingly long 68-inch reach, Batbayar carries a strong takedown rate of 3.25 per 15 minutes, which made him a legitimate threat on the mat. His striking accuracy of 37 percent, however, left him vulnerable in the standup exchanges where Lima thrived.
Why it matters
- Lima's fifth UFC win strengthens a case for a ranked position in his division
- Batbayar's UFC debut ends in a loss, though his takedown-heavy style suggests he can compete at this level with adjustments
- The finish highlighted Lima's ability to blend striking setup with submission finishing, a dangerous combination going forward
